2. Keith Bishop
Drafted: 1980; 157th overall by the Denver Broncos Career: 1980-1989
Super Bowl appearances: XXI, XXII Ring: No
Bishop was one of the blockers in what is perhaps the greatest drive in Broncos lore. The year is 1987, Denver is down by seven with mere minutes left on the clock in the AFC Championship game against the Browns.
Quarterback John Elway’s was just sacked — the Broncos needed a big gain if they wanted to tie the game; Elway needed blockers. Despite major leg cramps, Bishop, alongside legendary tackle Dave Studdard got Elway a 20-yard completion and then gave him room for a 9-yard scramble on the next play.
Elway’s pass to Mark Jackson with 39 seconds on the clock tied the game.
“The Drive,” 98 yards in five minutes, is a Broncos legend, and contributing to that makes you a legend too. According to teammates, Bishop often lightened the mood with his humor and general good nature.
After retiring in 1989, Bishop went on to be a police officer. Guess those protective instincts never really go away. We salute you, Bishop.
